Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brasiliensis
ID:
750679

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gaglioti, Romaniuc & A.K.Monro

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 26: 18 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750012

Common Names

  • Pilea Brasiliensis
  • Brazilian Pilea
  • Friendship Plant

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Description

Pilea brasiliensis (also called Brazilian pilea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in moist, shady habitats, and has long, narrow leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pilea brasiliensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and sore throats. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilea brasiliensis is a white to pink star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilea brasiliensis is a perennial, evergreen herbaceous plant that is native to Brazil. It is a low-growing plant that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be grown in partial shade. It should be watered regularly but not allowed to dry out completely. It should be fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Pilea brasiliensis

Pilea brasiliensis can be found in tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Pilea brasiliensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilea brasiliensis?

Pilea brasiliensis

What is the common name of Pilea brasiliensis?

Brazilian Pilea

What is the natural habitat of Pilea brasiliensis?

It is native to Brazil, growing in sandy soils in scrub and open grassland.

Species in the Pilea genus

Pilea striata, Pilea strigillosa, Pilea stapfiana, Pilea spruceana, Pilea squamulata, Pilea stolonifera, Pilea stellarioides, Pilea stelluligera, Pilea stenoneura, Pilea stenophylla, Pilea thouarsiana, Pilea tatei, Pilea subpubera, Pilea thymoidea, Pilea tippenhaueri, Pilea tetraphylla, Pilea succulenta, Pilea sumideroensis, Pilea suta, Pilea sylvatica, Pilea spathulata, Pilea rufescens, Pilea rugosa, Pilea rugosissima, Pilea scandens, Pilea salentana, Pilea samanensis, Pilea sancti-johannis, Pilea sphenophylla, Pilea rojasiana, Pilea rivularis, Pilea robinsonii, Pilea rufa, Pilea roemeri, Pilea rubiacea, Pilea robusta, Pilea setigera, Pilea sevillensis, Pilea siguaneana, Pilea silvicola, Pilea simplex, Pilea saxicola, Pilea serrulata, Pilea solandri, Pilea schlechteri, Pilea sessilifolia, Pilea selleana, Pilea sessiliflora, Pilea serpyllacea, Pilea torbeciana,

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

References

Alex K. Monro (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.K.Monro' in the authors string.
Sergio Romaniuc Neto (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Romaniuc' in the authors string.
André Luiz Gaglioti (b.1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gaglioti' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77114667-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.